Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FCA regulated firm specializing in digital assets is seeking a Head of Legal to oversee the legal strategy and risk management functions. The role involves guiding compliance strategies, managing regulatory projects, and drafting key commercial agreements. Candidates with over 7 years PQE are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE in a relevant legal field.
• Experience in regulatory compliance and risk strategy.
• Ability to provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Leading regulatory strategy and ensuring compliance with global regulations.
• Managing regulatory projects with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborating with Finance, Tax, and HR on governance matters.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Negotiation

Strategic advice

Education

Qualified solicitor with 7 years PQE

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, south west london

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

South West London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

My client, an FCA Regulated firm specialising in digital assets, is looking for a Head of Legal to manage the overall legal strategy and risk management of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading regulatory strategy and ensuring compliance with existing and emerging global regulations, providing strategic advice to senior leadership.
• Managing and coordinating regulatory projects with internal teams (Compliance and Business) and external stakeholders (counsel and regulatory bodies).
• Monitoring regulatory developments in the digital assets space and assessing their impact on the business in the UK and overseas jurisdictions.
• Leading the drafting, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements, including SaaS license agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborating with Finance, Tax, and HR teams to ensure optimal management of corporate structure and governance matters.

Candidates must have at least 7 years PQE. Please reach out at [emailprotected] for further information.